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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies - International Direct INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA

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USD 39340

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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77

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Communication, whether verbal or nonverbal, is one of the most important skills prized by employers today. It can be an essential tool for success in a wide range of fields, including sales, emergency management, client service, public relations, and much more.

That's why, at UAB, we made this program so intensive. We want to make you the best communicator you can be. To begin, you will take classes covering topics such as writing, interviewing, pitching, and nonverbal communication skills. Then, you will also take leadership and management classes. Finally, your specific concentration will help you tailor your knowledge and experience. Choose from communication management, sports communication, or mass communication, which includes broadcasting, journalism, and public relations.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

May 2025, Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    6 IELTS Score
    77 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    39340

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    15000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

     

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Undergraduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    Progression scholarship
    International scholarship
    IB scholarship

    Graduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    Undergraduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Applicable to International Year One or Undergraduate Transfer
    Program enrollments.
    • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for
    some regions.

    Progression scholarship
    Achieve a minimum GPA of 3.75+ during International Year One or
    University Transfer Program to qualify for $3,000 per year.
    • Maintain consecutive enrollment at UAB as a full-time degreeseeking
    student in an approved undergraduate program.
    • Renewable as long as student remains in good academic standing,
    maintaining a GPA of 3.75+.

    International scholarship
    • No scholarship application required, qualified applicants
    automatically considered; must begin program within 12 months of
    secondary school graduation.
    • Must apply and be accepted by The University of Alabama at
    Birmingham no later than May 1 (August intake), and November
    1 (January intake).
    • Minimum GPA of 3.0+ upon completion of a high school or
    secondary school outside of the USA.
    • Applicable to full-time first-year Direct-Entry undergraduate
    international enrollments.
    • Study gap from high school graduation must be within 2 years.
    • Must currently reside outside of the USA, be non-immigrant and
    non-resident status, and require a F-1 visa.
    • Must not have enrolled in post-secondary work.
    LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students

    IB scholarship
    • Must submit scholarship application to UAB by March 1
    • Awarded IB Diploma
    • Applicable to full time direct entry undergraduate international
    enrollments
    • Eligible candidates will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship that will be
    automatically upgraded to $2,500 after final IB scores are received
    • Student with government scholarships or other external support are
    not eligible for this award
    LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students

    Graduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Applicable to Graduate Pathway or Integrated Master's program
    enrollments.
    • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for
    some regions.
    Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester Pathways))
    Progression scholarship-$3,000 ($3,000 per year ($9,000 in total))
    International scholarship-$7,500 ($7,500 per year (up to $30,000 in total))
    IB scholarship-$2,500 ($2,500 per year (up to $10,000 in total))

    Graduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester non-background Pathways))

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